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T1 Five Major Groups Submission on Conflict of Interest Policy (Agenda Item 4, June 2024)
A1 Children and Youth Major Group, 
A1 Indigenous Peoples Major Group, 
A1 Local Authorities Major Group, 
A1 Scientific and Technological Community Major Group, 
A1 Women Major Group, 
YR 2024
FD 2024
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/45746
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/45746
NO This submission presents concerns and recommendations from five major groups regarding conflict of interest policies in a scientific policy panel. It advocates a comprehensive scope, requiring disclosure of all financial and non-financial interests, including past engagements. The document emphasises independent oversight through a dedicated committee, continuous transparency, and application across all roles and stages. It identifies gaps in current provisions and proposes measures to strengthen accountability, credibility, and public trust in panel processes.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 19, 2026